Lease Accountant San Antonio, TX

Staff Lease Accountant

We are looking for a staff lease accountant to support lease transaction activities for a growing advertising organization. This long-term contract position is ideal for an early-career accounting specialist who enjoys reviewing lease documentation, handling financial data accurately, and working with internal and external partners. The person in this role will help maintain lease records, support rent payment processing, and contribute to consistent accounting operations across the business.

Responsibilities:

• Review lease agreements, amendments, assignments, and related documents to extract key terms and apply established accounting procedures accurately.
• Maintain lease, payee, property, and payment records by entering new information and updating existing details in the appropriate systems.
• Calculate and process rent obligations, including base rent and percentage rent, while confirming contractual requirements and sharing relevant information with business partners.
• Respond to inquiries from lessors and internal teams regarding payment timing, account details, documentation updates, and related lease matters.
• Partner with supervisors or managers to escalate exceptions, clarify procedural questions, and address service-related concerns in a timely manner.
• Investigate discrepancies, recommend practical solutions, and follow through to resolve issues affecting lease transactions or payment activity.
• Keep supporting files and transaction records organized and current to promote accuracy, audit readiness, and strong documentation practices.
• Assist with additional accounting and lease administration tasks as needed to support day-to-day department operations.